COM 250 - Business and Professional Communication Study and application of basic business and professional communication in the workplace.
Introduction to organization hierarchies and how they affect communication, standards
of inter and intra-organizational communication, and the formulation and evaluation
of organizational messages. Prerequisites: Grade of C or better in COM 101, COM 200,
COM 215, COM 225, and COM 253. 3 credits.

COM 257 - Audio Production An introduction to the basic elements, equipment, and techniques of audio production
as they are used in video, multimedia, film, and other media. Emphasis is on improving
listening and production skills, and application of techniques in sample audio projects.
Prerequisites: Grade of C or better in COM 101, COM 200, COM 215, COM 225, and COM
253. 3 credits.

COM 258 - Cinematic Technique Examines how the elements of film and video production are used to communicate a
message from the creator's viewpoint. Uses illustrative scenes from significant films
and episodic television shows to demonstrate how production elements can be used to
achieve a desired effect. Prerequisites: ENG 112 and grade of C or better in COM 101,
COM 200, COM 215, COM 225, and COM 253. 3 credits.

COM 274 - Experimental Media Production Exploration of video as an experimental art form, integrating theory and practice.
Through screenings and discussions, students will study the history of the medium
while working on individual, short-form production projects. Prerequisites: Grade
of C or better in COM 101, COM 200, COM 215, COM 225, and COM 253. 3 credits.

COM 275 - Persuasion Investigation of theories, principles, and strategies of social influence in various
communication contexts. Emphasis on compliance-gaining communication, methods of persuasion,
and ethics of social influence in interpersonal and professional contexts. Prerequisites:
Grade of C or better in COM 101, COM 200, COM 215, COM 225, and COM 253. 3 credits.

COM 287 - Introduction to Communication Research An introduction to communication research methods that focuses on the development,
interpretation, analysis, and implementation of communication research. Prerequisites:
Grade of C or better in COM 101, COM 200, COM 215, COM 225, and COM 253. 3 credits.

COM 312 - Communication and Gender Explores communication and gender including masculine and feminine communication
styles as well as stereotypes of men and women's communication and gender patterns
in communication across a variety of personal and professional contexts. Prerequisites:
Grade of C or better in COM 101, COM 200, COM 215, COM 225, and COM 253. 3 credits.

COM 322 - Communication Training & Development Introduction to the field, scope, and process of communication training and development
with emphasis on communication skills essential for conducting training and development
(formerly Introduction to Communication Training and Development). Prerequisites:
Grade of C or better in COM 101, COM 200, COM 215, COM 225, COM 253, and COM 287.
3 credits.

COM 332 - Interviewing Application of communication concepts and skills throughout the interview process
as they are used in a variety of professional contexts. Special attention to informal,
informational, and evaluative interviews. Prerequisites: Grade of C or better in COM
101, COM 200, COM 215, COM 225, and COM 253. 3 credits.

COM 360 - Field Production Introduction to the fundamental principles and technologies of professional field
productions. Prerequisites: Grade of C or better in COM 101, COM 200, COM 215, COM
225, and COM 253. 3 credits.

COM 375 - Family Communication Theories, concepts, and issues related to interpersonal and relational communication
within the family. Examination of how conceptions of family, family identity, and
societal influences impact family communication processes. Prerequisite: Grade of
C or better in COM 101, COM 200, COM 215, COM 225, and COM 253. 3 credits.

COM 377 - Video Directing Exploration of the role of the Video Director. Includes an examination of the management,
technical and aesthetic aspects of the position. Prerequisites: Grade of C or better
in COM 101, COM 200, COM 215, COM 225, COM 253, and COM 259. 3 credits.

COM 410 - Crisis and Communication Application of communication strategies in an environment of organizational crisis;
a study of the types and characteristics of crises; the communication skills needed
to deal with crises, and the steps involved in developing a crisis communication plan.
Prerequisites: Grade of C or better in COM 101, COM 200, COM 215, COM 225, COM 253, and
COM 300. 3 credits.

COM 490 - Practicum in Organizational Communication Application of organizational communication practices and issues in professional
environments. Students undertake a client project from concept to completion under
faculty supervision. This course can be taken twice - up to six credits. Prerequisites:
Grade of C or better in COM 101, COM 200, COM 215, COM 225, COM 250, COM 253, COM
300, and COM 370. 3 credits.

COM 492 - Practicum in Film, Television, & Digital Production Application of professional production techniques for creating effective digital
programs. The student undertakes a production from concept through delivery. Can be
taken twice for up to six (6) credits. Prerequisites: Grade of C or better in COM
101, COM 200, COM 215, COM 225, and COM 253, COM 360, and either COM 372 OR COM 385. 3 credits.

COM 493 - Practicum in Advertising and Promotions Applies designing communication practices to the needs of external clients. The student
undertakes a client driven project from concept to completion. Can be taken twice
for up to six (6) credits. Prerequisites: Grade of C or better in COM 101, COM 200,
COM 215, COM 225, COM 253, COM 340, and COM 472. 3 credits.

COM 497 - Field Experience An intern program available to qualified majors. Assignment is planned with the Department.
Prerequisites: Departmental permission and a grade of C or better in COM 101, COM
200, COM 215, COM 225, and COM 253. 1-12 credits.